July 15 Public Affairs Committee Meeting Agenda
“The City’s Public Affairs Committee meets the third Monday of each month at 6:15 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 475 Main Street, unless otherwise posted. A general description…
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Monday Night’s West Chicago City Council Meeting Agenda – July 15 2024
The West Chicago City Council meets the first and third Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 475 Main Street, unless otherwise posted. A…
Did You Know? West Chicago Alters Governance, Raises Questions
To foster community awareness and deepen understanding of local governance and issues affecting West Chicago, the West Chicago Voice is proud to introduce our new series, “Did You Know?” Throughout…
Windmill Fest Returns to Batavia Riverwalk This Weekend
The Windmill Fest, Batavia’s premier summer event, is set to enchant visitors at the Batavia Riverwalk this weekend. Organized jointly by the City of Batavia and the Batavia Park District,…
Historic World War II Aircraft to Visit DuPage Airport
The skies over West Chicago will soon resonate with the iconic sounds of World War II aircraft as the AirPower History Tour lands at DuPage Airport this July. The tour,…
New Advisory Council Studies Medicaid Financing Models to Expand Equitable Access to Sickle Cell and High-Cost Drug Treatments
The Council will deliver recommendations by the end of 2024 The newly formed Advisory Council on Financing and Access to Sickle Cell Disease Treatment and Other High-Cost Drugs and Treatmenthas…
DuPage County Animal Services To Hold Kitten Adoption Event + Adoption Fees 50% off All Animals
DuPage County Animal Services Hosts Kitten Adoption Event Date: Saturday, July 13th Time: 10:30 am – 2:30 pm Location: DuPage County Animal Services , 120 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton…
Illinois Hits $1 Billion in Cannabis Sales Amid High Tax Concerns
Governor JB Pritzker announced today that Illinois achieved $1 billion in cannabis retail sales on July 1, 2024. This figure includes over $850 million in adult-use cannabis sales and almost…
Robert G. Shaffer Obituary – Robert Shaffer Obituario
Robert (Bob) Shaffer passed away on June 21, 2024, in Carol Stream, Illinois after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born on November 30, 1938, in East Chicago, Indiana, Bob’s…
St. Charles Business Alliance Seeking Scarecrow Festival Applicants
As summer heats up, neighboring St. Charles is already looking ahead to its beloved fall festivities, with the St. Charles Business Alliance diligently preparing for this year’s Scarecrow Weekend. Scheduled…
DuPage Foundation Names New Director of Strategic Partnerships
Nicki Anderson of Naperville, IL, joined DuPage Foundation on July 9 as its director of strategic partnerships. In her new role, she will lead in engaging local businesses, government and…
CDC Issues Alert for Travelers After 27 Illinoisans Stricken With Dengue Fever
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a new alert for the Americas following a surge in dengue fever cases, marking a record high. In Illinois, 27…
District 33 Board of Education Meeting
District 33 Board of Education Meetings are held in the community room at Leman Middle School on the first and third Thursdays of each month, respectively, beginning at 7:00 p.m.,…
Saving At The Register: Jewel-Osco and Aldi July 10 – 16/Ahorro en The Register: Jewel-Osco y Aldi del 10 al 16 de julio
Local resident, Kayla Niziolek of Killin’ It With Coupons has put together a list of great deals to save you money on groceries and personal care items for local retailers such as Walgreens, Jewel,…
Heat Wave Set to Scorch West Chicago Area with Dangerous Conditions
The West Chicago area is bracing for potentially dangerous heat, with peak heat index values exceeding 105 degrees expected on Sunday and Monday, according to the National Weather Service. In…
New Illinois Law To Help Cover Some Diabetic Equipment
A new law in Illinois aims to improve access to essential equipment for managing diabetes by expanding coverage for continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). Senate Bill 3414 mandates that insurance companies…
Saving At The Register: Dollar General and Walgreens July 7 – July 13/Ahorro en la caja registradora: Dollar General y Walgreens del 7 al 13 de julio
Local resident, Kayla Niziolek of Killin’ It With Coupons has put together a list of great deals to save you money on groceries and personal care items for local retailers such as…
Woman Stabbed To Death in Nearby Naperville
Early Saturday morning, 55-year-old Zokir Kudratov allegedly stabbed his ex-wife to death at their residence on Saddlebrook Drive in Naperville, according to police. The incident unfolded following reports of a…
DuPage County Storm Water Management Hosts Tour Of A Dam on The Move
Churchill Woods Dam Removal: A Decade-Long Restoration Unveiled Earlier this month, DuPage County Storm Water Management (SWM) unveiled a hidden gem to the public with its inaugural tour of Churchill…
WeGo Together For Kids Seeking Community Business Partners For Back To School Event
WeGo Together for Kids Gears Up for Annual Back to School Event As summer draws to a close, families in West Chicago are eagerly preparing for the annual WeGo Together…
This Week At The Library
Fantastic Fair Foods Tuesday 07/09 10-10:45 am Enjoy a summer of STEAM-Park fun! We will be discovering and exploring all the fun things there are to do when you visit a…
Christine Theresa Osiecki Obituary – Christine Theresa Osiecki Obituario
Christine Theresa Osiecki (nee Banczyk), age 80, passed away on July 6, 2024. She was born on December 7, 1943 in Kempten, Germany to Frank and Aniela Banczyk. Christine was united in…
West Chicago Civil Service Commission Meeting July 9 : Canceled
The Civil Service Commission is established by State Statute and exists to assess the City’s hiring practices for Police. It ensures that the City impartially recruits and selects qualified candidates…
Ahead of County Fair: IL Dept. of Agriculture Announces Exhibition Requirement Changes for Dairy Cattle
Ahead of the DuPage and other area county fairs, The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced an intrastate testing requirement for lactating dairy cattle participating in livestock exhibitions in Illinois…